Comparison

Homy vs PictureSweep

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Homy

Transform your devices into a reliable security camera system. It detects motion, records clips, and securely stores them in iCloud. Receive instant alerts and manage recordings from any connected device.

Highlights
  • Motion-activated recording
  • Adjustable sensitivity
  • Instant motion alerts
  • Multiple video quality options
  • iCloud storage and sync
  • Face ID/Touch ID lock
  • Battery saver mode
Features
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Need a security camera you can trust? Homy turns your iPhone, iPad, or Mac into a security camera for rock-solid home security. The motion detector camera records the moment it detects movement and stores each clip safely in iCloud. Key Features: - Motion-activated recording with adjustable sensitivity. - Instant Motion Alerts send notifications to all your connected devices. - Quality you control – 480p, 720p, 1080p or 1080p 60 fps. - iCloud storage & sync for viewing on all connected devices. - Face ID / Touch ID lock for every clip. - Battery saver – auto-adjusts frame-rate and sensors for long sessions. Use cases: - Home security – guard doors, garages, and mailboxes. - Office monitoring – protect shared workspaces after hours. - Pet watcher – see what really happens when you are away. - Package proof – capture every delivery and deter theft. How to use: 1. Choose motion sensitivity and video quality. 2. Place the phone and go. Homy records each event. Review, export, or delete clips from any device that has Homy installed. Subscription & Trial (In-App Purchase): Homy offers two auto-renewing subscriptions. Both plans auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Disclaimer: Homy is not a spy tool. Local laws may require consent for video or audio recording; always follow them. The developer assumes no liability for misuse. Terms of Use – https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy – https://homy.camera/privacy/

About

PictureSweep

Features
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PictureSweep finds duplicate and similar photos in your library – and helps you clean up and free space in minutes. Everything happens locally on your iPhone. FIND DUPLICATES RELIABLY • Exact duplicates: identical files detected safely • Visually similar: burst shots and near-identical photos • On-device AI: similar scenes via Apple Vision – fully offline COMPARE & DECIDE • Two photos side by side, stacked, by wipe or blend • Zoom into detail to pick the best shot • Keep or delete each photo with a single tap • The recommended photo is suggested automatically CLEAN UP SAFELY • Deleted photos go to "Recently Deleted" – recoverable for 30 days • See exactly how much space you free up SWIPE TO SORT • Swipe through your library month by month – right to keep, left to remove • Markings are saved and synced across your devices via iCloud • Play Live Photos, mark favorites, share with one tap • Delete every marked photo in one go when you're done MORE ORDER • Photos on the map: see capture locations and add missing ones • Edit metadata and dates • Insights about your library YOUR PRIVACY • No accounts, no servers, no ads, no tracking • All analysis runs entirely on your device Download PictureSweep and say goodbye to duplicate photos.

Screenshots

Homy4 screens
PictureSweep4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PictureSweep at none against Homy's 4. Homy's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and device support (4 vs 2). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Homy sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per 7 days. PictureSweep asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Homy ships an update every 2 weeks, PictureSweep every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Homy versus PictureSweep: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHomyPictureSweep
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (52 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews57.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings52 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHristo BogoevSebastian Kardos

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Homy

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Subscription7 Days trial$1.497 Days
  • Monthly Subcription$2.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$44.99
None

PictureSweep

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Homy free?
Homy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PictureSweep free?
PictureSweep is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Homy or PictureSweep have ads?
Neither Homy nor PictureSweep shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Homy or PictureSweep?
Homy ships an update every 2 weeks, and PictureSweep every 2 months. Most recently, Homy was updated on November 4, 2026 and PictureSweep on October 31, 2026.

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